26th Annual NATHPO Conference & Sacred Places Summit

The 26th Annual NATHPO Conference & Sacred Places Summit, hosted by Pueblo of Acoma, focuses on 'Living Cultures, Living Landscapes.' This national gathering emphasizes fostering meaningful connections among Tribal Nations, Tribal Historic Preservation Officers, and diverse stakeholders in heritage preservation, including federal and state representatives. The conference highlights collaboration grounded in Tribal sovereignty, aiming to achieve shared goals, enhance mutual understanding, and create positive impacts for Tribal citizens and the broader public. It explores how Tribal values, stories, and identities shape cultural heritage and how these can be effectively communicated from a Tribal perspective to support living cultures, landscapes, and the exercise of inherent Tribal rights. The dynamic program includes thought-provoking presentations, interactive workshops, and site visits, designed to inspire innovation, foster collaboration, and drive meaningful change centered on Tribal expertise, lived experience, and leadership in cultural heritage stewardship. It is the only national gathering of Tribal, federal, state, and industry representatives committed to protecting Native places, empowering Tribal preservation leaders to protect culturally important places that perpetuate Native identity, resilience, and cultural endurance.